easy pasta recipe

1. **Ingredients**: Spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, parsley, salt, and Parmesan cheese (optional). 2. **Preparation**: - Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. - In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat. - Add thinly sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until the garlic is golden and fragrant. - Toss in the cooked spaghetti and mix well to coat the pasta with the garlic-infused oil. - Season with salt and toss in chopped parsley.